India’s esports landscape reached a historic milestone as the inaugural BGMI INTERNATIONAL CUP (BMIC) 2025 kicked off at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi. With a ₹1 crore prize pool, 16 elite teams from India, South Korea, and Japan are battling for international supremacy.
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KRAFTON CEO Pledges Long-Term Esports Commitment
KRAFTON India CEO Sean Hyunil Sohn delivered a powerful message at the opening ceremony: “We are deeply committed to Esports in India and will bring bigger and better platforms in the coming years.” This statement underscores KRAFTON’s vision to position India as a global esports powerhouse.
Day 1 Leaderboard: Korea Takes Early Lead
| Position | Team | Country | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DRX | Korea | 74 |
| 2 | Nebule Esports (NBE) | India | 51 |
| 3 | Team Soul | India | 46 |
| 4 | Team Rare (TR) | India | 42 |
| 5 | NinjaSquad (NS) | India | 39 |
Team DRX from Korea dominated Day 1 with an impressive 74-point performance, but India’s Nebule Esports and Team Soul are hot on their heels, setting up an intense three-day showdown. The tournament features India’s top 8 BGMI squads competing against the best from Korea and Japan.
Accessible for All Fans
BMIC 2025 is streaming live on the KRAFTON India Esports YouTube channel with multilingual commentary in English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Tamil, Mizo, and Malayalam—ensuring fans nationwide can follow the action in their preferred language.
This tournament marks a pivotal moment in KRAFTON’s esports roadmap. By uniting champions from BMPS (BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA PRO SERIES) and BMSD with international teams, BMIC fosters global collaboration and elite competition.
India’s Growing Esports Ecosystem
KRAFTON’s commitment to Indian esports extends beyond tournaments. The company has invested over $200 million in Indian startups across interactive entertainment, gaming, and technology since 2021. Through initiatives like the KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) and flagship events like BGIS and BMPS, they’re strengthening the entire gaming ecosystem.
BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA has surpassed 240 million downloads, demonstrating the massive appetite for competitive mobile gaming in the country. BMIC 2025 provides Indian players with invaluable exposure to international playstyles and strategies, accelerating skill development at the highest level.
As the next two days unfold, expect fiercer clashes, unforgettable moments, and a defining step forward for India on the world esports stage. The tournament represents more than prize money—it’s about experience, exposure, and proving India belongs among gaming’s elite nations.
